Accessibility Statement

Our Commitment

The DC Energy Intelligence Platform is committed to ensuring digital accessibility for people with disabilities. We continually improve the user experience for everyone and apply relevant accessibility standards to make our Platform usable by as many people as possible.

Conformance Status

We strive to conform to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 at Level AA. These guidelines explain how to make web content more accessible for people with disabilities and more user-friendly for everyone.

Accessibility Features

The Platform includes the following accessibility features:

Navigation and Structure

• Consistent navigation across all pages
• Logical heading hierarchy for screen reader navigation
• Skip navigation links to bypass repetitive content
• Keyboard-accessible interactive elements

Visual Design

• Sufficient color contrast between text and backgrounds
• Text that can be resized without loss of functionality
• No content that flashes more than three times per second
• Focus indicators for keyboard navigation

Forms and Inputs

• Labels associated with form controls
• Error messages that identify the field with the error
• Instructions provided for complex inputs

Content

• Alternative text for meaningful images
• Descriptive link text that indicates destination
• Tables with appropriate headers and structure

Keyboard Navigation

The Platform supports keyboard navigation throughout. Users can:

• Use Tab to move between interactive elements
• Use Enter or Space to activate buttons and links
• Use Escape to close dialogs and menus
• Use arrow keys to navigate within components

Keyboard shortcuts are available for common actions. Press the question mark key (?) to view available shortcuts.

Assistive Technology Compatibility

The Platform is designed to be compatible with:

• Screen readers (NVDA, JAWS, VoiceOver, TalkBack)
• Screen magnification software
• Speech recognition software
• Keyboard-only navigation

Known Limitations

While we strive for comprehensive accessibility, some areas may have limitations:

• Complex data visualizations may require alternative formats for full comprehension
• Some third-party content may not meet our accessibility standards
• Older browser versions may not support all accessibility features

We are actively working to address these limitations and improve accessibility across the Platform.

Feedback and Assistance

We welcome feedback on the accessibility of the DC Energy Intelligence Platform. If you encounter accessibility barriers or need assistance:

• Contact us through the Platform's communication channels
• Describe the specific accessibility issue you encountered
• Include the page URL and your assistive technology if applicable

We will make reasonable efforts to respond within five business days and work to address the issue.

Continuous Improvement

We are committed to ongoing accessibility improvements. Our approach includes:

• Regular accessibility audits and testing
• Training for development team members
• Incorporating accessibility into our development process
• Monitoring and addressing user feedback